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Family leave policies, though limited in scope and typically unpaid in the U.S., have hamstrung the progress toward gender wage parity since the 1990s, according to an economic paper. [Catarina [...]

In a child’s life, the period from conception until two years old is crucial for growth and development. Hence, optimal nourishment must be provided during pregnancy and the first years of [...]

For some time it’s been clear to us that when you’ve got an ageing population, the absolute best thing you can get is a higher fertility rate. [ABC News, 2 January 2023.] READ MORE

Only 20 years ago, Belgium parents were eligible for just 10 days of paternity leave. Despite this increase, the Family League (La Ligue des Familles) says that this is not enough. [The Brussels [...]

The two aspects of working time – the number of hours of work and working-time arrangements (work schedules) – are key factors in determining how well workers can balance their paid work with [...]

The purpose of this paper is to analyze the differentials of fertility preference as well as the possible timing of the next parity progression of those Bangladeshi couples having positive [...]

People age 50 and above commonly provide health, personal, and other types of care and support to other older adults living with chronic conditions or disabilities. This support is often [...]

Majorities of teens credit social media with strengthening their friendships and providing support while also noting the emotionally charged side of these platforms. [Monica Anderson, Emily A. [...]

Optimism is a critical skill for happiness, health, and success, traits that most parents desire for their children. But, as parents, how do we lay the foundation for an optimistic outlook for [...]

The fear of having their families torn apart is now a common and legitimate concern among Syrian refugees — and it exists despite the fact that this practice risks breaching Denmark’s obligations [...]